Not sure what the best custom pen quantity is for your next order? We're here to break down the different quantities you should order based on the event, occasion, and marketing initiatives. Here's everything you need to know.
Why order in bulk?
Buying in bulk is the most cost-effective way to stock up on your promotional product essentials. In most instances, the more you order, the better price you'll get for your bulk pen order.
Ordering in bulk also ensures you have enough pens available to hand out to new hires, clients, and prospects for any occasions you have planned.
What does minimum order quantity mean?
Minimum order quantity (MOQ) is the smallest number of units of a specific item you can order. For example, if a pen has an MOQ of 250, you'll need to place an order for 250. However, you can still order a random sample of a specific item.
Most inexpensive giveaway pens have a significantly higher MOQ. While some of our executive pens are available at lower minimum quantities.
How many pens should I order for a trade show?
You'll want to consider how many people will attend the trade show and how many attendees you plan to connect with. If your company has a booth at a trade show, you may want to order 250-700 pens. However, if your company is just attending, 100-200 pens may be more suitable for your bulk pen order.
How many pens should I order for school or university?
You'll want to consider the size of your school and what you plan to use the pens for. If you're looking for generic pens you can use throughout the year, consider ordering 800-1,000 pens. If you're ordering pens in bulk for a one-time event like homecoming or freshmen orientation, 250-500 pens may be a more suitable custom pen quantity.
How many pens should I order for an event?
Consider how you plan to use the pens and how many people will attend the event. If it's a keynote presentation event and you're handing out pens to everyone attending, you'll want to order the same number of pens as attendees. If you're handing out pens as a giveaway at a booth, 250-500 is a more realistic custom pen quantity.
How many pens should I order for employees?
If you have around 50-100 employees, consider ordering just the minimum order quantity for your desired pen. This is typically around 100-250. If you have more employees, you may want to go with anywhere between 250-500 to ensure your team always has pens available throughout the year.
How many pens should I order for general giveaways?
If you want to place a bulk pen order just for general giveaways to have readily available, consider ordering a higher custom pen quantity, around 500-2,000. This will ensure you get the best possible price for your order, and your team will always have plenty of pens they can grab for client meetings.
How many pens should I order for corporate gifting?
You'll likely want to choose an executive pen for corporate gifting. Consider ordering around 20-50 executive pens to get the best possible price for your order.
How do I order pens in bulk?
Once you know the quantity needed, we recommend exploring our pen category. We have over 230+ pens you can choose from for your next bulk pen order. Once you find a pen you like, simply send us the quantity needed, the in-hand date, and your artwork. Our team will send you a proof for approval. Once approved, we'll send your order to production. Throughout the process, you'll have a dedicated account executive you can work with to answer any questions or concerns you may have.
Start Your Next Bulk Pen Order With Bagmasters
Ready to order pens in bulk? At Bagmasters, we have a wide range of pens available for purchase, including retractable and cap off pens. Our pens come in various colors, styles, and materials. We also handle all of the decoration in-house in our facility in Corona, California. Explore our selection of custom pens today to find the best fit for your next event or marketing initiative.
Questions or concerns? Call us at 1-800-843-2247 or email us at sales@bagmasters.com for guidance before you place your next bulk pen order.
